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Date Night picks for Holidays

 I was watching this video by 'Masala Lab' channel on why we crave deep fried, hot food on a rainy day. Apparently, we want something crispy as everything is wet around and hot as the temperature drops.

For entertainment during the holiday season, it goes the same I guess. We want something to feel like the surroundings, with festive spirit and give us the warmth in the coldness around.


The go-to movie for the holidays is the popular, 'The Holiday" (Netflix). I remember watching it under the night sky a few christmases ago. This time, I want to expand the list and went on a spree to find out alternatives. So there are the usual "Love Actually" and "New year's Eve" but they are not easily available for OTT in India. I compiled a list which hit the spot for a cozy night date at home with a cup of hot chocolate or tea.

1. Leap Year (Prime Video) - Very unpopular opinion may be. But the exotic scenery of Ireland almost compensates for a stolen plot. Just go with the flow and movie surprises you pleasantly.

2. Jab We Met (Prime Video) - This is the plot stolen by Leap Year partially. It was a visual wonder created by Imtiaz Ali. The tight screenplay really amazes me. Do go for it for the warmth of romance as well as nostalgia.


3. Konchem Ishtam Konchem Kashtam (Prime Video) - I have watched it after a long time and it was a delight. It could have been treated better in the first hour but anyway overcompensates as it goes. The intelligent dialogue and the charming Siddhu, date night movie in its own right.

4. Premam (Disney Hotstar) - Keeping the best for the last. One of those rare movies that age well. The romantic quest of the protagonist is a sub plot for me but the friendships of lifetime is the actual chemistry of the movie. It even happens at Christmas time near the end, giving you the vibe.

Happy Holidays! 

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